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Euthanasia in China: a report.

¹Xi'An Medical University, Shaanxi, China.

The Journal of Medicine and Philosophy

|April 1, 1991

Summary

Euthanasia acceptance is growing in China among medical professionals and the public. This paper examines current views on euthanasia and advocates for its legalization.

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Area of Science:

Medical Ethics
Sociology

Background:

Euthanasia is increasingly discussed in China.
Growing public and professional acceptance is noted.

Purpose of the Study:

To survey current attitudes towards euthanasia in China.
To provide arguments for the legalization of euthanasia.

Main Methods:

Literature review of current Chinese discourse on euthanasia.
Analysis of public and physician attitudes.

Main Results:

Significant increase in acceptance of euthanasia.
Physicians, intellectuals, and the public show growing support.
Legal barriers and ethical considerations are key discussion points.

Conclusions:

Euthanasia legalization is becoming a pertinent issue in China.
Arguments for legalization are supported by current societal trends.

Keywords:

Death and Euthanasia